Behringer 2600 Analog Semi-modular Synthesizer Demo - Daniel Fisher

[@sweetwater]

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[@jimkashner]

Great demo, Daniel! (No surprise there whatsoever) I loved my first Gray Meanie ARP 2600, in 1971, and my Last Model ARP 2600, from 1980, (which I still have). In *many* ways, that most folks aren't aware of, the "full family" of the *four* primary models of the ARP 2600 consist of four nontrivially different instruments. It appears that Behringer did a very good job of retaining the authenticity of the original ARP 2600 physical models, while adding some *extremely* useful, nice, and handy new technology, circuitry, and features in their three ARP 2600 reimaginations. So, my only question now is, "How and where in the heck am I going to place and mount the Behringer 2600 Analog Synth in my studio furniture configuration?".

[@Zinfidel1]

A complete 2600 clone exists for $600. Think about that. Incredible. edit: This is, by far, the best look at Behringer's 2600 that I've seen. Excellent job Daniel Fisher.

[@CuriousDroid]

Certainly the best demo so far of the 2600's completely analogue organic side as a sound scape machine and shows how you can go from one sound something very different in a smooth non quantised way and its a bargain price, try to make this from eurorack modules and it will be double or triple the price with a huge amount of patch wiring.

[@rossmillington8700]

Holy shit, curious droid comment on a synth video!

[@JHSynth]

Curious Droid is into synths? Awesome!

[@jonv2911]

Have to say, that demo was just insane! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@stoneyboyd]

Fun Fact: Ben Burtt used an ARP 2600 to create various sounds in the original Star Wars films as well as Raiders of the Lost Ark. sounds include: R2-D2 The Winds of Tatooine (very similar to 9:17) The Tractor Beam Ambience The X-Wing Laser Cannon The Ghosts inside Ark of the Covenant (later reused and slightly modified for Return of the Jedi) Etc.

[@budgetguitarist]

When I studied electronic music composition with analog synthesis way back in college, I never dreamed that it would have such a massive amount of interest decades later. I've always liked analog synths - great to see new instruments like this being built. This is a very powerful synth!

[@budgetguitarist]

@@dddayesq5061 I wonder. I mean, everyone said analog synths were dead back when you could buy an analog synth for $200 used. But I can't see people wanting old Romplers. Not that the SY85 was merely a rompler, because it was more than that, but still.

[@artephank]

@@dddayesq5061behringir is reaping benefits of being the sole producer of analog chipsets. They will milk the nostalgia train as long as they can. But I would say that winds are changing slowly and more digital synths are being introduced lately (hydrasynth, korgs trilogy of mini synths, arturias mini freak etc). Seems like not being analog is not a no-no anymore:)

[@rleriche5044]

@@artephank yep digital is everywhere, has always been and, I expect, will always be.

[@markfish8403]

I think all are welcome,DCOs can sound amazing, and a thin, boring sampled tone can sound great mixed with a purely analog oscillator. Modeling synths are still brilliant, even the ones not sought after. My Novation Bass Station is not ready for the trash heap. It is plasticky and limited and it is quite vast sonically considering all. I think that throwing away a working synth is like the equivalent of burning a book, up to a point. Put a child’s keyboard through a chain of 3 nice guitar pedals and then soak that in. 🎹

[@MagicCyclops]

Finally a demo that shows the synths full range and features and will finally silence the critics who said it sounds nothing like original. It sounds just as it should just someone playing it for once that knows what they are doing. Bravo

[@Mike__G]

Anyone who uses “analog synth” and “should sound like” in the same sentence is either splitting hairs or doesn’t know what they are talking about. Analog synths are so incredibly configurable that “should sound like” makes little or no sense. A little tweak of a filter or envelope and you have a new sound. Given similar components, and a bare minimum of quality, you should be able to get very similar sounds from virtually any synth. Dissing the Behringer 2600 seems to me like sour grapes coming from people who paid a great deal of money for something very similar and want to hang on to their bragging rights.

[@neonblack211]

@@Mike__G so true

[@cerebralkaos2385]

Incredible demo Daniel. You really know how to bring out a great sample of the huge range of sounds the 2600 is capable of

[@boristrajanovski2031]

Behringer is definitely opening many doors for starting musicians... I've seen many videos of their synths what you get for the price is unprecedented ...

[@decapitateallcops3214]

I disagree. Hardware is difficult to make recorded music with compared to freeDAWs

[@neonblack211]

@@decapitateallcops3214 Disagree with what?

[@Donetur]

@@decapitateallcops3214 no, it is not hard.

[@BlisterHiker]

Daniel doing a synth demo is bad news for my pocket :-)

[@KWHCoaster]

Yeah, I just bought the MonoPoly yesterday, why am I watching this?!

[@robguitarwizard]

HAHAHA!

[@maier43]

👍🏻😁

[@Droog.28]

That BeatBuddy jam was epic!😎

[@_marlene]

wow, this demo blew me away. captivating!

[@EnricoDePaoli]

It's pretty amazingly musical what you do with this 2600, Daniel. Loved watching it.

[@Borisnazarov]

As usual excellent and inspiring video! Thank you 💫

[@antfactor]

GREAT demo! Borrowed an original in the 90s and recorded a LOT of interesting tracks/damage with it. This one seems event better... AND with MIDI. Soooooo tempted....

[@Robotique69]

Best demo so far, showing a little of what one can do with this sweet beast... 👍🏻

[@rjadamz9117]

The 3 Arpeggiations was cosmic beauty bro.

[@denismguitar1552]

Wow! Reminds me of playing with a Moog for hours back in the 70’s. Endless creations.

[@sajp8859]

My goonass-it’s awesome! I can’t imagine any well-rounded synthesist not having a 2600 or this remarkable clone, which is very much better than the original (especially with the newer, faster op amps and the stereo routing). Just amazing-thanks Dan!

[@rjadamz9117]

The 3 Arpeggiations reminded me of the original Terminator movie when the machines were hunting the humans in the post nuclear war wasteland. Badass stuff there my friend.

[@apislapis]

Thanks Daniel, Your demo is light years ahead of any others that I've heard thus far. I've been able to live without many of the synths that I was initially keen on buying, but I'm not sure I can leave this one out of my collection after this.

[@LukezyM]

This one is a real GAS inducing one. Such a unique and legendary piece. Nothing like it. I would use it just for fx and weird noises, or some crazy leads.

[@stevecoscia]

Excellent demo, Daniel Fisher. The climax toward the end is outstanding - very versatile. That should sell a boatload.

[@SuperOssi]

Your demos are the best.i really enjoy every one of them.The Sounds you create on these Synthesizer are amazing. It cleary shows thats it is more about theknowlegde of the operating principle than the devices itself.

[@diderichlangmannen]

Excellent presentation!

[@brwLWScctv]

I'm hooked! Your demo is very clear.

[@Wilmer778]

10:00 The Who's Tommy movie... when the train leaves in Overture :D

[@Quark.Lepton]

It’s video walkthroughs like this that are the main reason I buy all my gear from you guys! Thanks for doing this one too-I love it! This is my next order (well, the blue meanie, anyway) 😁👍☎️

[@robguitarwizard]

Daniel Fisher. Occupation - Best job in the world!

[@davidreidy5750]

The Arp2600 has been my all time fave synth of all for the past two yrs,and I think I might have to get the grey meanie at some point🗽🛸

[@Curious_Skeptic]

I didn't realize how amazing this bad boy was. Sort of wish it did have a "patch" preset ability. I guess u just snap a picture and use that for reference. I want mega tactile synths in my next setup. This screams hands in, screw you daw! Love it!

[@AveMcree]

It felt like I was flying in space! Very soothing!

[@sweetwater]

Hi Ave Mcree. You are flying in space. It's just that your spaceship is very, very, very big. Thanks for watching! -_Daniel_

[@TheEleventeen]

Thank you Mr. Daniel Fisher for this wonderful presentation !

[@ianOates]

This so much reminds me of playing with my first synthesizer a Roland SH-09 back in 1982

[@corythanson]

straight up, this is the best demo of a piece of gear I have ever seen.

[@danpreston564]

I’ve had mine since before Christmas. It’s an amazing bit of kit. Endless fun.

[@somebodyelseuk]

Insane! These are about £550 in the UK. That's like someone making a Lamborghini Miura replica, with better brakes, a reliable engine, and putting a £10 RRP on it.

[@kevinsturges6957]

Best explanation of a 2600 I have ever seen.

[@sweetwater]

Wow! Thank you, Kevin! -_Daniel_

[@brunodadivore9606]

Respect to Behringer and limitless admiration to Daniel Fisher.

[@ConwayBob]

Thank you, Daniel, for showing me why I need a BARP 2600.

[@noeqplease]

Just got the Blue Marvin. Yay!!!

[@DJANTONIVS]

Daniel, you are a treasure trove of endless synthesis. Your synthesis is always high quality and mind boggling. You cause my pockets to empty ha ha ha ha. :D

[@markchristopher2signal2]

I preordered with Nick my sweetwater agent. Aug, I should have my dream synth. Thankuu Lord

[@scottkroll899]

The central piece of equipment of my studio gear.

[@Somewhere_sometime_somehow]

Wow, some great jams to be found here

[@dandurtin4680]

The Sweetwater reviews outperform by and large those of SOS Bratwurst and is always a pleasure to view

[@hafstrat]

Fabulous demo showcasing some of the synthesis capabilities and sounds. Really enjoyed this one. 👍🏼🌈👍🏼

[@chent]

It is just lovely to see 2 such beautiful machines make so amazing sounds toghetter. Pure magic.

[@sweetwater]

Couldn't agree more!

[@6stringks]

Thanks Daniel Fisher for your always inspirational and great reviews. Simply amazing.

[@juanmico4085]

Best demo I've seen, by far.

[@audiolego]

Thankuuuu for my B2600 that I bought in 2020

[@davidjazay9248]

As always, Daniel does it best. Kudos!

[@soulextracter]

Love the early 80s sci-fi sounds!

[@meneerjansen00]

Very nice demonstration of what this synth can do!

[@axs203]

I really enjoyed that demo Daniel. Your demos are always great. I've been tempted by this synth for a long time. I keep thinking of Herbie Hancock and Sextant...the water sounds he got out of the synth........it's very whacky and a great sci fi noise machine

[@mauriciomandara5946]

You make anything sound great Daniel!!! Amazing... thanks for sharing!

[@ozty2000]

I am mesmerized by this video. Awesome product.

[@wilorules]

that was an amazing jam at the end!!

[@unclemick-synths]

8:30 that noise sounds just great.

[@RemixSample]

That's my favorite part! Really nice! :D

[@lukehrm]

Agreed!

[@kosmikmusa]

Yes and its good sounding filter too. Sounds like there is delay effect added too.

[@luimeme4315]

Yeah ,really impressive it is able to produce realistic sound of the wind or océan

[@casamagneticaviva]

best demo on KZbin

[@graxjpg]

Aww man, I really just want the EMS Synthi clone. Thanks so much Daniel for the incredibly informative and entertaining video once again!

[@SubjektAudio]

Erica synths has an amazing Synthii clone.

[@graxjpg]

@@SubjektAudio it’s too expensive for me. The behringer will definitely be cheaper. and the Erica, they’ve said isn’t really a synthi clone, just inspired by.

[@jonathanfrieze8497]

i cant wait either thats the one ive got my eye that and the pro 800 or ob_xa clone buts the ems got my heart going just hope these things hit the market by 2quater of 22 at the latest but with the global chip shortage who knows when will get our hands on these dreams of ours im so hapoy eith my poly d really glad i pulled the trigger and got it but now i want the 2600 to go with it as well as the above mentioned exciting time to be a fan ofusic amd synthesizers who would habe ever dreamed you could get these classic synths at the lrice point of behringer thank you were not all made of money

[@johndoeiii6103]

I need an ems clone

[@graxjpg]

@@johndoeiii6103 me too, still waiting on the Behringer, the VCS3 is like the holy grail of synths besides the AKS

[@urbannpa]

Thank you! I wanted to hear someone use it.

[@sniffypigster]

Some old school Dr Who type sounds, awesome! I'm currently building up a Behringer System 100 modular, not ready yet... but will be soon!

[@timchorzempa6637]

@sweetwater, You're getting some really cool Rush "Tom Sawyer" vibes at around 15:48 or so :D.

[@dohfoh]

Daniel Fisher is a national treasure.

[@timchorzempa6637]

In some far flung corner of the galaxy (a.k.a a basement office in a public radio broadcasting building ), I imagine Stephen Hill is watching this review and drooling over your jams. He may just ask you to perform on "Hearts of Space". :D

[@JasonGillmanJr]

I will say, you guys definitely do seem to do a pretty good job of demoing units

[@stevenwhite8936]

20 minute mark is mind blowing !

[@0Fdigital]

I just got one of these and this is the best demo I've seen so far. You know your stuff!

[@camlong89]

Ultimate drone machine.

[@LaPlant_Mastering]

wow! fantastic demo!

[@sweetwater]

Glad you like it!

[@daviddowling8015]

Station to Station intro. Dope.

[@fromgreetings]

Ah mental sound! No beats. Love it. Musical life without genre. 🤸‍♀🤸🤸‍♂🌏🚥🚦🌞🌝🌈🌈🌈⚽⚾🥎🏀🎾💽

[@JudgeFredd]

Best synth channel on YT

[@unclemick-synths]

Great demo Daniel - as usual! 👍

[@octoechos]

I'm so excited about this!

[@brianhagen8244]

Excellent demo!

[@powermix24]

Ahh exactly what I wanted to see! Professor Daniel givings us a lesson! Wondering if you guys are going to carry the Blue Marvin and the Grey Meanie versions!!! Please!!!

[@jdaddyaz]

They are. Contact your sales representative and tell them you want on ze list.

[@FTMuisikTV]

Sounds Amazing !

[@rexcellencemagee6729]

I’m so glad Behringer came out with the individual 2600 oscillators, prime numbers is unlucky! Lol

[@barnabascee1889]

I have a question. In a semi-modular, I understand the idea of using modulation sources in a semi-modular (just like in Eurorack). But what about the VCO inputs to the filter? If you don't route a VCO to the filter, it's going there anyway. What's different when you use a patch cable to do the same thing? I'm guessing that it's not the same thing. But how?

[@sweetwater]

Hi barnabascee1889. There's nothing different if you use a patch cable to make a connection that's already "normalled" that way. But... you could send something entirely different to that Filter input (even an audio source from a different synth). Or, you could patch the oscillator to an outboard effect pedal and then bring it back to the Filter input. There are so many possibilities... but that's the whole point of modular. -_Daniel_

[@Mike__G]

Inspiring Daniel! You sure know your way around that synth, not to mention the keystep, beat buddy and delay. I got my 2600 a few weeks ago. I’m integrating it with Reason 11 and using a Kenton Pro Solo MK III to translate CCs to control voltages. With the Pro Solo I also get another ADSR envelope, another clock and another LFO thrown into the bargain. Top this off with a Touché SE and, after viewing this video I think I have a skill level to aspire to (been a synth hobbyist since Roland released the SH 1000).

[@sweetwater]

Hi Mike. The Touché SE will be very handy for the 2600. Thanks for the awesome comments! -_Daniel_

[@robguitarwizard]

I gots to get me one of these!

[@EnervatedSociety]

I want 10 of them. Good job on the video!

[@HeathcliffBlair]

Great demo. Really creative sounds. Thanks.

[@h92o]

OMG--- wow.. I am getting an idea that combining this with my supernova II digital synth I could just midi in to this all the midi values I can work with,.. I am thinking that with the max 8 programming midi interface I could oscillate everything in the parameters too,.. but only if it sounds good of course,.. I worked with an Arp 2600 in 1984 and 1986 in college electronic music class,.. just a few time though but enough to use the sequencer things. ,..

[@Hlecktro]

Seems like the type of synth I'd get, spending hours having fun making nonsense tones and sounds, and never actually applying it to any actual songs. Great demo by the way

[@desiolle2874]

+1 here dude...it's my crack...

[@djkurtstudio]

@@desiolle2874 So it's not just me!

[@desiolle2874]

@@djkurtstudio nope...releasing music is the peak but i like fucking around so much I'd be happy if that's all it amounted to...endless fun with things I can't afford stops me stealing cars... keep rockin the knobs KurtO!!!!!

[@TubelabCom]

Does anyone know if the patch points in the Behringer 2600 are voltage compatible with those in other Behringer synths like the Neutron, Model D, Kobol Expander, or K2?

[@logiclust]

my favorite part of a real 2600 is smacking it on the side to invoke the spring reverb - don't think digital will cut it. can't wait for the Behringer octave cat

[@sweetwater]

Hi logiclust. Behringer is also releasing a blue panel and gray panel version of the 2600: www.sweetwater.com/store/search.php?s=behringer+2600 These two *will have* an actual spring reverb for you to smack. Thanks for watching! -_Daniel_

[@tomburden]

Oh boy! I hope they ship soon!

[@n.oneimportant5]

Me too! Pre-ordered in November! Can't wait...

[@pheotus]

Damn good demo.

[@Robguitarjarvis]

Great demo again 👏🏻👏🏻

[@hoprocker]

Daniel Fisher is a musical genius.

[@sweetwater]

It's twew! It's twew! -_Daniel_

[@validcore]

4:15 for those that know what a synthesizer is.

[@amineberradaehl]

Hi Daniel, Excellent ! Thank you. Just bought the 2600 and the keystep pro. It seems impossible to TRANSPOSE the sequence using the keyboard. Only the arp seems to be "transposable". Is there a way to transpose a sequence on the 2600 using the Kb/CV input ?

[@fjfrancois]

Daniel your videos “Kick Ass “

[@entropybentwhistle]

Curious to see a head-to-head vs. the Korg mini 2600 with the built in spring reverb to see if there’s something there that justifies being 3x the Behringer cost.

[@EvilDragon666]

That's one helluva spring there.

[@Gyrbae]

Might as well invest on the Blue Marvin or Grey Meanie range of the 2600 for a 100 bucks more. Exactly the same except different colours and a real spring reverd.

[@EvilDragon666]

@@Gyrbae TBH I like the color coded LEDs of the black-orange one, and I don't care for the spring reverb...

[@Gyrbae]

@@EvilDragon666 I too prefer the orange on black with various colours of leds, but to each to their own. I really don't mind if it's not an 100% accurate replica of the 2600 or if it doesn't have a real spring reverb, it's still a semimodular beefcake for the price!

[@camlong89]

Sounds great. Too much for my skill at the moment, so I'll stick with my Volcas. Love these videos though, extremely helpful for someone new to synthesis.

[@ElectroConductress]

Wow, what a great demo!

[@bitley]

Great journey into synthesis!

[@obwanz1921]

Killin Daniel!! Great as USUAL!

[@tomnoise23]

Fantastic demo, thank you!